2018 Chinese New Year arrived on February 16,
2018. That is the 4715th Chinese year. The zodiac sign of 2018 is the Dog. According to the Chinese Horoscope calendar, 2018 is the Male Earth Dog year. Brown is connected to the earth.
Therefore, 2018 is also called the year of the Brown Dog. According to the Chinese Horoscope theory, Male Earth is connected to the mountain. Dog mainly contains Male Earth with little Metal and
Fire. The sign of 2018 Male Earth Dog year is two mountains sit side by side or another mountain beyond a mountain. That will be a strong Earth. People will focus on real estate, agriculture,
environment, territory integrity or religious, spiritual area.

2018 is a Mountain Dog year. Mountain Dog might be a wild dog. It could block your way out. That implies you might encounter some obstacles before executing your plan. You need to use your wisdom
to remove the blockage first, then you will see the wide-open road.

Dog is the 11th animal in 12 Chinese zodiac signs. Dog month is connected to the last month of autumn. Winter will come right after the Dog month. Winter is the season of Water. If you can climb
on the mountain of the Dog, then you can see much further for the future. 2019 is year of Pig, which is the first year of Water. 2018 is a stepping stone for 2019. If you want to do well in the
2019 of Pig year, then need to well-planned in the 2018 of Dog year.

2018 Chinese Zodiac Predictions

People born in 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996 or 2008 are members of the Rat Chinese Zodiac sign. A Rat is underdog when it faces a Dog. But Rat is very smart. It can steal the
Dog's food at night safely. The short prediction of Rat versus Dog of 2018 is your Reward is Required a Challenge...

People born in 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997 or 2009 are members of the Cow Chinese Zodiac sign. Cow and Dog are good neighbors. Cow is conservative and Dog is much more
aggressive. Cow likes to have savings and Dog likes to invest. They need to find a balance point to work together. The short prediction of Cow versus Dog of 2018 is to Invest Money
Cautiously...

People born in 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998 or 2010 are members of the Tiger Chinese Zodiac sign. Tiger has the leadership skill. Dog is a diligent partner. Tiger and Dog can
work as a team. The short prediction of Tiger versus Dog of 2018 is Good Career Opportunity is comiing...

People born in 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 or 2011 are members of the Rabbit Chinese Zodiac sign. Dog guards the farmland and expel the intruders. Rabbit lives underground.
They can find a way to get along well. Rabbit can take this advantage to expand its territory. The short prediction of Rabbit versus Dog of 2018 is your Diligence Brings Good
Income...

People born in 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 or 2012 are members of the Dragon Chinese Zodiac sign. Dragon can be in the sky, on the ground, and under the water. It is a symbol
of power. Dog is a guardian of the farmland. Dragon is far superior to Dog. However, Dog is in charge of 2018. Dragon needs to communicate with Dog on the ground. The short prediction of Dragon
versus Dog of 2018 is Humble Brings Good Reputation...

People born in 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001 or 2013 are members of the Snake Chinese Zodiac sign. Snakes are active when the sun is warming the ground. They hide and sleep after
sunset. Dog is connected to the time from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Dog tells Snake it is the time to rest. The short prediction of Snake versus Dog of 2018 is to Recharge and Wait for
Opportunity...

People born in 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 or 2014 are members of the Horse Chinese Zodiac sign. Horse is the fastest animal for long distance travelling on the ground. Horse
likes to compete with others during the day. Dog Hour is between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. That means Dog tells Horse to stop running. The short prediction of Horse versus Dog of 2018 is the Take a Rest First and
Save Energy for Tomorrow...

People born in 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003 or 2015 are members of the Sheep Chinese Zodiac sign. Sheep and Dog are respecting neighbors in the farmland. Dog acts as a captain
to lead Sheep when going out. Sheep receives the protection from Dog during the working days. The short prediction of Sheep versus Dog of 2018 is the Hardworking Sheep Can
Bring Rewards Home...

People born in 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004 or 2016 are members of the Monkey Chinese Zodiac sign. Monkey is active, aggressive, energetic, impatient and naughty. Dog can watch
the Monkey's behaviors and stop Monkey's bad movements. Monkey needs to calm down when staying in Dog's territory. The short prediction of Monkey versus Dog of 2018 is to Ask Second Opinion
Before Taking Action...

People born in 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 969, 1981, 1993, 2005 or 2017 are members of the Chicken Chinese Zodiac sign. Chicken and Dog are neighbors in the farmland. Dog can be the Chicken's
bodyguard. Dog and Chicken are connected to autumn. It's a season of harvest. It's a time of good income. The short prediction of Chicken versus Dog of 2018 is Don't Miss Money and
Career Opportunity...

People born in 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 or 2018 are members of the Dog Chinese Zodiac sign. Dogs together could fight for bones. Dogs usually have a conflict of interest.
When the other Dog is in charge of 2018, then we need to listen to it. Or we need to deal and work with it. The short prediction of Dog versus Dog of 2018 is to Take Conservative
Approach to Face Competition...

People born in 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007 or 2019 are members of the Pig Chinese Zodiac sign. Pig likes an easy and peaceful life. Dog likes to manipulate the Pig. Dog brings
pressure on Pig. Pig needs to be smart when dealing with Dog's offensive behaviors. The short prediction of Pig versus Dog of 2018 is your Wisdom Can Remove
Obstacles...

We hope everyone is enjoying this Festive Season with it's varying weather conditions!!! We would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported us this last year,
it has been much appreciated!

Our shop hours for this Festive Season are as follows:

Thurs 22 Dec 2016 - Closed

Fri 23 Dec 2016 - Closed

Sat 24 Dec 2016 - Closed

Sun 25 Dec 2016 - Closed MERRY CHRISTMAS

Mon 26 Dec 2016 - Closed

Tues 27 Dec 2016 - Closed

Wed 28 Dec 2016 - Closed

Thurs 29 Dec 2016 - Closed

Fri 30 Dec 2016 - Closed

Sat 31 Dec 2016 - Closed

Sun 1 Jan 2017 - Closed HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017!

Mon 2 Jan 2017 - Closed

Tues 3 Jan 2017 - Open for business!!! Please call 0407 741 748

We wish everyone a very Happy New Year 2017! May the new year bring much prosperity, success, happiness and good health to you and your families!

We now have back in stock Mantra Kayaks products! So if you are chasing great kayaks at great prices make sure to pop in and see us! Accessories including paddles for both adults and
children are also back in stock! We hope to be of assistance in getting you out there on the water!

It seems winter has arrived a few days early! After having had such a great run of warm outdoor weather it really is a cool change to have this cold wind blowing through! As the
amount of time spent doing watersports slows down, so do we! Our current store hours will be as follows:

Mon: Closed

Tues to Fri: 10am - 2pm

Sat: 9.30am - 12.30pm

Sun: Closed

If you need to contact us, please feel free to email us on info@adventureoutlet.com.au as we will still be checking our emails outside of these hours.

The festive season is well upon us and with 1 day till Christmas it's very busy everywhere! We hope everyone has been organized this year and are looking forward to a wonderful Christmas
with family and friends! Our shop hours this festive season are as follows:

We will be open for the following times over the Christmas and New Year period. Should you need to contact us urgently, please feel free to send us an email as we will monitor our emails outside
of store opening hours.

Just a quick thank you to everyone for liking our Facebook page! We've nearly reached 200! Although our blogs and FB pages have been quiet, we've been flat out! With Craig away
most of the start of this year paddling around the Solomon Islands, Palua and then Papua New Guinea it's given me a chance to clean out the store! I've found lots of great items that we
need to sell! So hopefully there will be some nice bargains coming up soon! Hoping everyone is keeping warm with this cooler weather! Looking forward to putting more life into
the website and FB page! ;)

Wow, it's Easter already! I can see this will be another year that flies by in a wink! Please note our shop hours over the next few days as we will be closing for Good Friday, Easter
Monday and ANZAC Day.

Friday 18 April (Good Friday) - CLOSED

Saturday 19 April - OPEN 9am to 3pm

Sunday 20 April - CLOSED

Monday 21 April (Easter Monday) - CLOSED

Tuesday 22 April - 10am to 5pm

Wed to Thurs - Normal trading hours

Friday 25 April (ANZAC Day) - CLOSED

Saturday 26 April - 9am to 3pm

Sunday 27 April - CLOSED

Monday 28 April - 10am - 5pm

Normal trade resumes from Monday 28 April 2014.

We would like to wish everyone a wonderful and safe Easter!

No doubt we will see alot more of you paddling out there next week to wear off all of that CHOCOLATE that was consumed over Easter!!!!!

Our store will be closed from Tuesday 24 December 2013 to Friday 27 December 2013 inclusive. We will re-open on Saturday 28 December 2013, trading from 9am to 3pm. We would like to
thank all of our amazing customers for their wonderful support of our business in the past year! We wish you all a VERY Merry and safe Christmas!!!!

It all started with a newspaper article and what a fantastic day the Watersports Festival turned out to be!! We all had a blast! A very big thank you to everyone who participated, you
made the event possible! And thank you to all the spectators who made the day memorable! We'd love feedback from everyone and if you consent to us putting your feedback online we'd
really appreciate it!

The location was superb and we know there are many who will be returning to the Southport Yacht Club for a delicious Sunday breakfast!!

Congratulations to all of the winners! Your efforts were awesome, even though no one was able to beat Cory Hill! It was great to have Cory there and ignite hidden motivation in
some participants!!

Enjoy the photos and we hope the response will be positive enough to be able to hold an even better event next year!

Adventure Outlet teamed up with Go Vertical to run the first ever South Stradbroke Island SUP Camping Weekend! It was a great success with lots of core muscle workouts!!! The crew
covered 24km in 2 days which is an awesome effort! Camping was excellent at Dux Anchorage and luckily the weather held out for the crew!

Young Dylan, had a good go at paddling also, proving SUP's are suitable for all ages!

Looking for the best family SUP package at the most ridiculous price? Well, you've found it at Adventure Outlet! Just arrived and great for the whole family, this is the board that
will make having fun on the water possible for everyone! Introducing the Elite Soft SUP! Priced at only $699!!! Order yours today before they sell out!!

If you're looking for an awesome SUP, then look no further! The C4 Waterman SUPs have arrived at Adventure Outlet and they look fantastic!!! Regarded as the world's best, it's
definitely worth a look at these boards if you are chasing a SUP this summer! The prices are highly competitive and the quality top notch! Feel free to call into our store
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm! Hope to see you out there on the water!

Exciting News! The world's best SUPs (Stand Up Paddle Boards) are coming to Adventure Outlet in early November! These are the original SUPs coming all the way from Hawaii. If
you have been waiting to buy a board and want a quality board with the best design features then you must take a look at the C4 Waterman range. With prices starting at just $1250 for the
inflatable SUP it's definitely worth a look! Here is the range we will have coming in: C4 Waterman SUPs

It's official! The Watersports Festival will be held on Sunday 17 November 2013!! Please feel free to download the attached PDF with the day's itinerary! If you are interested
in participating, please download the registration form below and either email, post or drop in the form!

The event is open to anyone interested in watersports! Just bring your craft down and have fun! You don't need previous racing experience or be a super skilled kayak fisho to take
part in this event! This festival is all about having fun on the water and making use of the amazing Broadwater we have on our doorstep!

So spread the word and let's make this a wonderful family event! There will also be prizes galore up for grabs!!! So don't miss out! Hope to see you there!

Please feel free to complete the Registration form below to enter any of the events. Should you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us on 07 5571 2929

Please be aware, we will be closed on Monday 7 October for the Labour Day Public Holiday and will re-open on Tuesday at 10am for
normal trading! Wishing everyone a wonderful day off, keep cool to those in Brisbane, forecast is for 35 degrees!!

Great news! We've finally found a new date for the Watersports Festival - Sunday 17 November 2013! Pencil that date in your diaries! As soon as we have an updated copy of the
flyer and registration form, we'll post them up here for you to download! Thank you to everyone for their patience! Enjoy the gorgeous weather we're spoilt with at the moment!

The weather is finally starting to warm up and we've something exciting to get everyone out there dipping their toes in the waters again! Adventure Outlet is presenting it's first ever
Watersports Festival! It's a grand affair of all things to do with the water! There's something for everyone with activities including races, demonstrations, sailing programs,
kayak fishing competitions and presentations! If you love being on the water, don't miss this event! For more information download the PDF below and spread the word! It should
be a fantastic social event!

All participants will be required to complete a registration form which will become available soon and will be posted up on our website. If you are interested in participating, please
register your interest by filling in your details below so that we can email you a copy of the registration form once it becomes available.

I don't know about you all but this weather is out of control! And more than anything it can stop some of you from going out there because you know you'll just freeze if it starts to rain!
This item of clothing might just be your solution.....

Well, I'm hoping this may be an answer for many of you who want to still enjoy your time on the water without getting cold. CAGs or waterproof jackets are a great option.
Generally bought a littler larger than your usual size to fit over your PFD (personal flotation device or lifejacket) they work great as a windbreak and therefore help to keep you warm by
reducing the effects of the wind chill factor.

Check out our clothing page which lists CAGs we currently have available.

What is this wind chill factor that everyone talks about during cold and rainy days? It's interesting to understand as it could affect anyone out on the water easily if ill prepared.
Here is some information about the wind chill factor below.

If you are considering a propel drive fishing kayak, then look no further! The Native Watercraft series of propel drive / pedal drive sit on kayaks are perfect for our conditions!
With their unique pedal drive functionality, it's no wonder they are taking the Australian market by storm!

We're pleased to advise that our next shipment of Tiderace sea kayaks will be arriving in 3 weeks! The Tiderace sea kayaks are internationally renowed and have received world class
reviews. There will be a good variety of Pace 17 and Xcites to choose from in this shipment. If you have been looking at purchasing a Tiderace, we do offer free demonstrations, please
contact us via email or call our store on 07 5571 2929 to book in a time.

What a task it is uploading all of kayaking products on our new website! Thank you to everyone for their patience, there are still quite a few products to go so it is taking a little longer
than expected! If you are chasing anything kayaking or kayak fishing, we'll most likely have it! Please feel free to contact us on 075571 2929 to see if we have it in store!

If you've been hanging out to see the results of the Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing - Straddie Challenge that took place over last weekend, well here they are! A big thank you to all
participants for a fantastic weekend and congratulations to all the lucky winners!

Well here it is at last! The break down of the Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing - Straddie Challenge. If you have any questions regarding it, don't hesitate to contact Craig on 07
5571 2929 or email him on info@adventureoutlet.com.au

Looking for an absolute bargain? Then check out our current specials! They're almost too good to be true! There's limited stock so once sold out the standard recommended retail
price will apply for future orders.

Love your kayak fishing? Why not join in with other keen kayak fishos in Adventure Outlet's first ever Kayak Fishing Competition on South Stradbroke Island! With over $2500 worth of
prizes up for grabs and an ideal fishing location for kayakers, it's a great way to get out and have some fishing fun!!

Mantra Kayaks Noa, the latest small fishing kayak to hit Australia, is quickly becoming one of Australia's favourite fishing kayaks! Read below to find out why and see if you don't fall for
the Mantra Kayaks Noa!

Ocean Kayak are one of the leaders in the sit-on top kayak market and were one of the first manufacturers to start making purpose built fishing kayaks with the initial Prowler kayaks coming
on the market over 10 years ago.

In September (2012) we will land the first shipment of Tiderace Sea Kayaks in Australia. These high performance sea kayaks have been stimulating interest amongst sea kayakers around the
world with cutting edge designs from Aled Williams in the UK. Models such as the Xplore, Xcite, Xtra & Xtreme have been redefining what is possible in a sea kayak in rough
water. If you're looking for a performance touring kayak, play boat or speed machine Tiderace have a sea kayak to suit the adventurous enthusiast. For more details go
to www.tideraceseakayaks.co.uk

If you are interested in a kayak in the Tiderace range feel free to email or call Craig to discuss models, email info@adventureoutlet.com.au or Ph. 07 5571 2929.

On Sunday 25th March, 2012, Adventure Outlet are holding a sea kayak demo day in Brisbane. The demo will be held in conjunction with the Qld Sea Kayak Club Open day, details for the
club event can be found athttp://www.qldseakayak.canoe.org.au/

Anybody interested in testing some performance sea kayaks are welcome to attend. Details are as follows:

Date: Sunday 25th March, 2012

Location:Landsborough Avenue, Scarborough, Brisbane. Park entrance is between Burton and Rock St.

From Sat 28th April to Sat 5th May Adventure Outlet will host Greenlander. Details can be found in the following attachment (see below) Check out Cheri & Turner's Bio's at http://kayakways.net/bios.html

Even if not interested in participating in any training, all sea kayakers are welcome to the grand opening (for sea kayakers) of our new store.........Adventure Outlet - Paddling Superstore!

Where: Shop 5, Jackman St, Southport (Southport Trade Centre)

When: Sat 5th May, 2012, from 5:30pm.

Guests: Cheri & Turner will be attending to see what an Aussie BBQ is like and will conduct a short slide presentation. We also hope to have personally signed
copies of there new "This Is The Roll" DVD.

Specifications:

Length:3.05m

Width: 75cm

Weight:
20kg

Capacity: 125kg

First Glance

Last month we reviewed one of the more expensive fishing kayaks fully equipped with a pedal drive system, rudder, deluxe seating and loads of accessories. This month I thought
we’d look at a much more basic option, particularly good for flat water fishing in the rivers and estuaries. The Impulse 10 by Perception is a sit-in kayak (SIK) which does have some
pros and cons over your much larger range of sit-on top fishing kayaks (SOT). Most SIK’s lack the storage options of your typical SOT that commonly have hatches & storage pockets
within easy reach of the paddler. The Impulse 10 is a little unique with its storage tray at the front of the cockpit and rear tank well (most SIK’s have hatches at the rear which are
far less useful for the angler’s storage needs.)

A SIK offers a little more protection from the elements, such as wind and drips from the paddle, than offered by its sit-on counterpart.

A SIK will generally paddle a little nicer than a SOT of similar length. As the seating of a SIK is generally closer to the floor of the craft, lowering the paddler’s centre of
gravity, they can be a little narrower than the comparable SOT. They also don’t have the scupper holes of a SOT which creates less drag and a dryer ride.

The Impulse is also an easy kayak to throw on your shoulder for a carry of some distance that would have you looking for a trolley with most other kayaks. This is not only
because it is light weight but also the shape of the cockpit coaming sits nicely on your shoulder.

Comfort

The combination of the adjustable footrests and the padded backrest make this a comfortable kayak to paddle. The shape of the cockpit coaming allows you to lean your outer leg
against the cockpit for even more support.

The Impulse 10 could easily be set up with lots of accessories such as rod holders, sounders and anchor kits but in an effort to keep things simple and lightweight we have used a
fishing accessory that utilises a milk crate to accessorise the Impulse. This bag has 2 rod holders, storage for tackle boxes and loads of other gear. It is also a great
place for your bait and fish as it keeps all your gear and mess contained in the one place making for an easy clean up afterwards.

As your rods are stowed directly behind you I found the best way to access them was as though you were drawing an arrow from your back. Alternatively, if the water is warm,
it is easy enough to sit side saddle allowing easy access to your gear.

Getting in and out of a SIK takes a little more practice and technique than accessing a sit-on-top kayak. I’d recommend securing your paddle under the front bungy when launching or
landing so that you have both hands free to maintain your balance.

The moulded-in handles either end made for a really easy 2 person lift.

Performance

The pronounced keel in the hull of the Impulse makes it track well for a small kayak. Most small kayaks ‘Yaw’ from side to side as you paddle on alternate
sides. The Impulse does it less than most other 3m kayaks. It is no racing kayak but cruises at slower speeds fairly effortlessly. It is very easy to manoeuvre
making it a great option for fishing around the mangroves or pontoons.

A small sit-in kayak such as the Impulse is not designed for open water such as Moreton Bay or the ocean. If unfortunate enough to capsize, you would need to take this kayak to
the shallows in order to empty the water. It would not sink but would be extremely difficult to empty in choppy open water. Larger SIK’s such as sea kayaks are fitted with
bulkheads to build more floatation into both the bow and stern making them a more sea worthy option.

The Wash-Up

If you are not aiming to cover large distances in your kayak and want something small, simple and lightweight for ease of transporting and handling the Impulse 10 would definitely be worth
a look. I enjoyed the secure feeling of a sit-in kayak and think this would be ideal for accessing some skinny waters in the upper creeks and rivers.

Want One!!

The Perception Impulse retails for $799. An Angler version is available for an extra $100 that includes 2 rear flush rod holders, 1 Scotty adjustable rod holder and an anchor
kit.

Reviewer

Craig McSween of Adventure Outlet who is also a Sea Kayak Instructor with Australian Canoeing conducted this review. For feedback on this review you can contact
Adventure Outlet (Kayaking, Camping & Outdoor Store) in Southport on (07) 55712929 or info@adventureoutlet.com.au

We are pleased to anounce the arrival of Mantra Kayaks at Adventure Outlet, Gold Coast. This new range of sit-on-top kayak has some great options for the recreational paddler or keen
fisherman. Please check the website www.mantrakayaks.com.au for more details.

For a short time we are offering the Kaimana hand shaped, epoxy boards including an adjustable length paddle and leg leash for the amazing price of $999. These are quality boards built for
performance and unmatched durability at a super low price. We have Cruiser models ranging from 10ft to 11ft and Surfer models from 8ft6 to 10ft6 in a range of vibrant colours. Come
and see us to pick up a bargin!

Saturday 30th July we will be at Bribie Island at 2pm demoing our range of sea kayaks. The demo kayaks will include our composite range of Tahe Marine sea kayaks as well as the
Epic 18Xsport (which has just recently been improved.....For details read Mark Sundins review of the new Epic 18X Sport at www.epickayaks.net.au )

Location:

Brennan Park, Bribie Island, 2pm

Wesby Parade (just past the jetty)

(If strong westerly is forecast we will move locations to the park at the end of Kal ma Kuta drive)

As with most fishing kayaks the Tarpon 120 comes with 4 carry handles at the bow, stern and sides, has a large rear well area and 8 scupper holes to drain water quickly from the cockpit.
The difference with the Tarpon is that it's list of other features is almost too many to mention.

The large oval hatch at the front, and the 8 inch hatch directly in front of the paddler, are both hinged with a very easy to operate lever closure. Inside both hatches are attachment
points to attach smaller items so that they don't slide around to unreachable parts of the kayak. On this kayak I would be splitting all my fishing gear into containers that can fit in this
centre hatch and clip onto the attachment strap with a plastic carabiner. The other unique characteristic of the 8 inch hatch is way that it is angled so that a 6 ft rod & reel can
easily be stowed inside the hull, under the seat, which is important for the kayak to have any offshore capabilities.

Probably the most outstanding feature of this kayak is its Phase 3 Seating System which is explained in the next section. It also has the SlideTrax system that allows for additional
rodholders, sounders, motor brackets and attachment points to be added without drilling any holes in your kayak. (See the Scotty rod holder added to one of these SlideTrax, forward of the
paddler, on the left hand side.) The yak also has further attachment points for gear keepers and rod holders, 2 storage pockets either side of the centre hatch, straps for a Plano tackle
box and paddle parks in front of the cockpit and on both sides of the kayak.

The demo kayak had 2 rear flush rodholders with caps and a Scotty rodholder added.

Comfort

The Phase 3 seating on the Tarpon is first class with a configuration that has the most adjustment of any seat on the market. At the front of the seat is a handle that conveniently changes
the height of the backrest. There are also adjustable straps that lift the front lip of the seat so that it contours your body shape. This has the effect of spreading your weight
across a larger surface area of the seat allowing you to sit more comfortably, for longer. The seat pan is raised up off the deck and 2 scupper holes are located under the seat. This means
any water that splashes into the cockpit area is drained away without you getting a wet but! You also benefit from adjustable footrests which round off a very comfortable paddling and
fishing position.

The Tarpon 120 has all attachment points for an optional rudder already installed on the kayak. Thus if you decide you'd like a rudder this can be fitted in a matter of minutes without
drilling any holes in your kayak.

Performance

When looking closely at the hull design of most of the fishing kayaks on the market, most are built more for stability than for speed. The Tarpon 120 nails both! Even big guys who
have never paddled before can jump straight on to the Tarpon and feel comfortable. If you look at the kayak while sitting in the water you can see that the hull cuts the water cleanly,
disperses the water to the widest point of the kayak and then tapers of cleanly to a fairly pronounced keel at the rear. This allows the Tarpon to create only a very small bow wave and
stern wave when moving through the water which are important factors when looking at the efficiency of the hull. (Tip - If you want to be able to tell what a kayak will paddle like you need
to look at the shape of the hull at the waterline level when loaded with a paddler & their gear.)

The 120 tracks well for a kayak under 4m and could easily be used to cover large distances to get to your fishing spot at a good cruising speed.

In the Surf

We tested the Tarpon in 1m surf at Narrowneck and found that it performed exceptionally well. The bow of the kayak has sufficient volume to lift up and over the smaller waves while paddling
out. While punching through bigger breaking waves the bow cut through the wave as long as you maintained sufficient speed. Where the 120 really excelled was on the return trip back to
the beach. The issue for most paddlers coming in on a wave is either nose diving when on a steep part of the wave or tipping over towards the beach once broached sideways on a wave.
The 120 handled both these situations with ease.......in fact it was possibly the most forgiving fishing kayak I've had the pleasure of paddling in the surf! While catching a wave the large
rear well would fill with water which planted the pronounced keel of the craft firmly in the wave and assisted the paddler in maintaining a straight line for the beach. If the kayak did go
around sideways the paddler only needs to maintain a slight lean into the wave and the craft will slip, broached on the wave, with only a small paddle stroke required to straighten the kayak and
continue in on the wave to the beach.

If you've had trouble paddling your fishing kayak back in through the surf zone, you should really try the Tarpon 120.

The Wash-Up

The Tarpon 120 is a fantastic fishing kayak! It is tremendously versatile not only being extremely capable in the rivers, dams & estuaries but also a pleasure to paddle in the surf and
ocean. The ability to be able to stow 6ft rods and all your fishing gear for a surf launch or landing makes it a great fishing option for the closer reefs. The deluxe seating is also
a winner. If you have a close inspection of this kayaks fit-out, finish, hull shape and performance it represents not only a great option but also great value. To add even more value
all Wilderness System kayaks come with a lifetime warranty on their hull!

Kayak Fishing is one of the fastest growing paddle sports in the world………it’s no surprise that here on the Gold Coast, the fishing ‘meca’ of Australia, it’s going crazy!

Even if the Gold Coast didn’t have any fish it would still be a great place to live. It almost seems unfair that we have so many fantastic fishing options that are easily
accessed by a fishing kayak.

If freshwater fishing is your thing, we have Hinze Dam, Clarrie Hall Dam and the upper reaches of rivers such as the Coomera, Pimpama, Albert, Tallebudgera and Tweed River. Most
guys fishing these waterways tend to target Australian Bass, but would also be happy with Saratoga, Silver Perch or Golden Perch.

If you move a little closer to the coast, into the estuaries, species such as Bream, Flathead, Mangrove Jack & Golden Trevally are the likely targets. Then you have the whole
canal system that the Gold Coast is built around…….have a look at a map or Google Earth. I think if you joined it all together in a straight line you would have the longest waterway in
Australia. Saltwater Creek in the north, Emerald Lakes in the middle and Terranora Creek in the south would be a few of my favourite spots.

That brings us to the Gold Coast Broadwater and Southern Moreton Bay, again all on our front door step! Here you can catch just about anything but would be happy with any of your
estuary fish mentioned above or a few Whiting, Tailor or even Black Bream caught inside the Seaway Wall.

Now let me tell you why a kayak is perfect for all these locations and why fisherman can’t sell their boats fast enough in the race to get a fishing kayak. First of all there is no
boat registration, trailer registration, fuel, maintenance costs and insurance. Buying a fishing kayak is actually going to save you money…….. you can try this line on your beloved
wife when you first suggest to her the idea of buying a fishing kayak! You also don’t have to deal with the congestion of our busy Gold Coast boat ramps, you can launch a kayak any
where! This gives you access to areas that you can’t launch a boat. Then there is the extra stealth factor….. so you can catch more fish.

The most significant advantage of fishing from a kayak is that you also get some exercise while you’re out enjoying your fishing. Fisherman are sometimes reluctant to take up a
paddle (or pedals in the case of the Native Watercraft fishing kayaks) and quite often feel they’ll need an electric motor on their first kayak. It is actually this bit of
exercise that gives a sense of fulfilment that can’t be experienced from a boat or shore fishing.

Finally there are the limitless options for offshore kayak fishing. This is not for the faint hearted and requires a little ‘know how’ and sometimes a little luck, whether
getting in and out through the surf or trying to land a big fish. Places such as Palm Beach Reef, 1 Mile Reef, Gravel Patch or Fido’s Reef are all less than 60 minute paddles for a streamlined
fishing kayak. Offshore catches could consist of Jew, Snapper, Cobia, Mackerel, Tuna…….maybe even a Marlin!

At Adventure Outlet we specialise in fitting you out with the perfect fishing kayak. We stock quality brands such as Native Watercraft, Viking, Wilderness Systems,
Ocean Kayak, Stealth, Mission, Extreme & Old Town. Our kayaks start from $299 for a basic sit on top kayak. We specialise in kayak fit out, often adding extra rod
holders, anchor systems, fish finders, sails, deluxe seating & storage options. Come and see us for the best kayaks and kayak fishing advice on the Gold Coast. To check
out our kayaks go to…………www.adventureoutlet.com.au or Shop 5, 3 Jackman St Southport or Ph. 07
55712929.

Favourite Vid / Photo of the Month

Dylan on a Jester Surf Ski

The kids are certainly growing up and getting better at paddling! It's almost impossible now for me to keep up to Dylan on the Jester while paddling a sit on top kayak, something he's quite happy
about! ;)

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